Joshua Budhu
@jbudhu.bsky.social
Neuro-Oncologist at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Health Disparities Researcher
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Joshua Budhu
@jbudhu.bsky.social
· Jun 21
My Brother’s Keeper | NEJM
Intubated, chemically sedated, and immobilized, Ravi developed a massive pulmonary
embolism and died handcuffed to a hospital bed. He’d been caught in a system that
worked against him at every turn.
www.nejm.org
Father’s Day marked 17 years since my brother died—sedated, shackled, and alone in a hospital bed.
His death wasn’t inevitable. It was systemic.
I share his story, and what it taught me about health, justice, and memory.
Thank you @nejm.org
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
His death wasn’t inevitable. It was systemic.
I share his story, and what it taught me about health, justice, and memory.
Thank you @nejm.org
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
Reposted by Joshua Budhu
💸Cancer-related GoFundMe #crowdfunding raised $506M in 16 months in the US, which is ~ 1/3 of the total requested & a fraction of pts total out-of-pocket costs. Use of crowdfunding underscores substantial unmet financial needs among US cancer survivors.
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November 13, 2025 at 11:09 PM
💸Cancer-related GoFundMe #crowdfunding raised $506M in 16 months in the US, which is ~ 1/3 of the total requested & a fraction of pts total out-of-pocket costs. Use of crowdfunding underscores substantial unmet financial needs among US cancer survivors.
jnccn.org/view/journal...
jnccn.org/view/journal...
Excited to share our new review on Imaging in Neuro-oncology
We outline core & advanced MRI techniques, amino acid PET, RANO criteria, and where radiomics & AI are taking the field. Imaging remains central to precision neuro-oncology
@ecoffeemd.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1055/a-27...
We outline core & advanced MRI techniques, amino acid PET, RANO criteria, and where radiomics & AI are taking the field. Imaging remains central to precision neuro-oncology
@ecoffeemd.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1055/a-27...
November 4, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Excited to share our new review on Imaging in Neuro-oncology
We outline core & advanced MRI techniques, amino acid PET, RANO criteria, and where radiomics & AI are taking the field. Imaging remains central to precision neuro-oncology
@ecoffeemd.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1055/a-27...
We outline core & advanced MRI techniques, amino acid PET, RANO criteria, and where radiomics & AI are taking the field. Imaging remains central to precision neuro-oncology
@ecoffeemd.bsky.social
doi.org/10.1055/a-27...
Reposted by Joshua Budhu
🎙️Before We Go @podcastnation.bsky.social
Mark Cuban and Dr. Fumiko Chino Try to F-Up Healthcare
Dr Shoshana hosts an incredible convo w @mcuban.bsky.social
("He had a good life & he f-up’d healthcare") & myself about how to fix our broken system from w/in or burn it down from the outside. 🔥
Mark Cuban and Dr. Fumiko Chino Try to F-Up Healthcare
Dr Shoshana hosts an incredible convo w @mcuban.bsky.social
("He had a good life & he f-up’d healthcare") & myself about how to fix our broken system from w/in or burn it down from the outside. 🔥
October 23, 2025 at 10:12 PM
🎙️Before We Go @podcastnation.bsky.social
Mark Cuban and Dr. Fumiko Chino Try to F-Up Healthcare
Dr Shoshana hosts an incredible convo w @mcuban.bsky.social
("He had a good life & he f-up’d healthcare") & myself about how to fix our broken system from w/in or burn it down from the outside. 🔥
Mark Cuban and Dr. Fumiko Chino Try to F-Up Healthcare
Dr Shoshana hosts an incredible convo w @mcuban.bsky.social
("He had a good life & he f-up’d healthcare") & myself about how to fix our broken system from w/in or burn it down from the outside. 🔥
ICYMI - Our @NEJM Perspective argues that federal restrictions on Emergency Medicaid could restrict care for immigrants and strain safety-net hospitals.
Preserving state flexibility is both fiscally smart and morally necessary
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
Preserving state flexibility is both fiscally smart and morally necessary
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
Emergency Medicaid at Risk — Preserving State Authority and Access to Care | NEJM
States that use federal dollars to provide health care to unauthorized immigrants,
beyond narrowly defined emergency services, will now face enforcement actions and
potential recoupment of funds.
www.nejm.org
October 17, 2025 at 9:53 PM
ICYMI - Our @NEJM Perspective argues that federal restrictions on Emergency Medicaid could restrict care for immigrants and strain safety-net hospitals.
Preserving state flexibility is both fiscally smart and morally necessary
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
Preserving state flexibility is both fiscally smart and morally necessary
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
Reposted by Joshua Budhu
Financial toxicity screening helps identify patients in need—but most still struggle to get help.
In our new study, 81% of patients screening positive didn’t receive an intervention, underscoring the need for stronger infrastructure & policy reform.
ascopubs.org/doi/full/10....
In our new study, 81% of patients screening positive didn’t receive an intervention, underscoring the need for stronger infrastructure & policy reform.
ascopubs.org/doi/full/10....
October 14, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Financial toxicity screening helps identify patients in need—but most still struggle to get help.
In our new study, 81% of patients screening positive didn’t receive an intervention, underscoring the need for stronger infrastructure & policy reform.
ascopubs.org/doi/full/10....
In our new study, 81% of patients screening positive didn’t receive an intervention, underscoring the need for stronger infrastructure & policy reform.
ascopubs.org/doi/full/10....
Financial toxicity screening helps identify patients in need—but most still struggle to get help.
In our new study, 81% of patients screening positive didn’t receive an intervention, underscoring the need for stronger infrastructure & policy reform.
ascopubs.org/doi/full/10....
In our new study, 81% of patients screening positive didn’t receive an intervention, underscoring the need for stronger infrastructure & policy reform.
ascopubs.org/doi/full/10....
October 14, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Financial toxicity screening helps identify patients in need—but most still struggle to get help.
In our new study, 81% of patients screening positive didn’t receive an intervention, underscoring the need for stronger infrastructure & policy reform.
ascopubs.org/doi/full/10....
In our new study, 81% of patients screening positive didn’t receive an intervention, underscoring the need for stronger infrastructure & policy reform.
ascopubs.org/doi/full/10....
Reposted by Joshua Budhu
Challenges in Delivering Financial Assistance After Positive Financial Toxicity Screens - Fumiko Ladd Chino
@fumikochino.bsky.social @chaewonhwangmd.bsky.social @jbudhu.bsky.social @bthomphd.bsky.social
oncodaily.com/voices/fumik...
#OncoDaily #Oncology #Cancer #Health #Medicine #MedOnc #MedNews
@fumikochino.bsky.social @chaewonhwangmd.bsky.social @jbudhu.bsky.social @bthomphd.bsky.social
oncodaily.com/voices/fumik...
#OncoDaily #Oncology #Cancer #Health #Medicine #MedOnc #MedNews
Fumiko Ladd Chino: Challenges in Delivering Financial Assistance After Positive Financial Toxicity Screens - OncoDaily
Fumiko Ladd Chino: Challenges in Delivering Financial Assistance After Positive Financial Toxicity Screens / Amy Caramore, Amy L. Tin, Andrew J. Vickers,
oncodaily.com
October 12, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Challenges in Delivering Financial Assistance After Positive Financial Toxicity Screens - Fumiko Ladd Chino
@fumikochino.bsky.social @chaewonhwangmd.bsky.social @jbudhu.bsky.social @bthomphd.bsky.social
oncodaily.com/voices/fumik...
#OncoDaily #Oncology #Cancer #Health #Medicine #MedOnc #MedNews
@fumikochino.bsky.social @chaewonhwangmd.bsky.social @jbudhu.bsky.social @bthomphd.bsky.social
oncodaily.com/voices/fumik...
#OncoDaily #Oncology #Cancer #Health #Medicine #MedOnc #MedNews
Our @nejm.org perspective is now available - in it, we argue for the need for state flexibility in Emergency Medicaid. It's only a tiny percentage of overall Medicaid spending, is cost-effective, and helps sustain our safety net hospitals.
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
Emergency Medicaid at Risk — Preserving State Authority and Access to Care | NEJM
States that use federal dollars to provide health care to unauthorized immigrants,
beyond narrowly defined emergency services, will now face enforcement actions and
potential recoupment of funds.
www.nejm.org
October 10, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Our @nejm.org perspective is now available - in it, we argue for the need for state flexibility in Emergency Medicaid. It's only a tiny percentage of overall Medicaid spending, is cost-effective, and helps sustain our safety net hospitals.
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
Reposted by Joshua Budhu
Emergency Medicaid accounts for <1% of Medicaid spending — yet saves lives & money.
Restricting it ignores evidence, burdens states, and harms communities.
Our latest via @nejm.org
Emergency Medicaid at Risk - Preserving State Authority and Access to Care
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
🧵1/6
Restricting it ignores evidence, burdens states, and harms communities.
Our latest via @nejm.org
Emergency Medicaid at Risk - Preserving State Authority and Access to Care
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
🧵1/6
Emergency Medicaid at Risk — Preserving State Authority and Access to Care | NEJM
States that use federal dollars to provide health care to unauthorized immigrants, beyond narrowly defined emergency services, will now face enforcement actions and potential recoupment of funds.
www.nejm.org
October 6, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Emergency Medicaid accounts for <1% of Medicaid spending — yet saves lives & money.
Restricting it ignores evidence, burdens states, and harms communities.
Our latest via @nejm.org
Emergency Medicaid at Risk - Preserving State Authority and Access to Care
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
🧵1/6
Restricting it ignores evidence, burdens states, and harms communities.
Our latest via @nejm.org
Emergency Medicaid at Risk - Preserving State Authority and Access to Care
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
🧵1/6
Emergency Medicaid accounts for <1% of Medicaid spending — yet saves lives & money.
Restricting it ignores evidence, burdens states, and harms communities.
Our latest via @nejm.org
Emergency Medicaid at Risk - Preserving State Authority and Access to Care
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
🧵1/6
Restricting it ignores evidence, burdens states, and harms communities.
Our latest via @nejm.org
Emergency Medicaid at Risk - Preserving State Authority and Access to Care
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
🧵1/6
Emergency Medicaid at Risk — Preserving State Authority and Access to Care | NEJM
States that use federal dollars to provide health care to unauthorized immigrants, beyond narrowly defined emergency services, will now face enforcement actions and potential recoupment of funds.
www.nejm.org
October 6, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Emergency Medicaid accounts for <1% of Medicaid spending — yet saves lives & money.
Restricting it ignores evidence, burdens states, and harms communities.
Our latest via @nejm.org
Emergency Medicaid at Risk - Preserving State Authority and Access to Care
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
🧵1/6
Restricting it ignores evidence, burdens states, and harms communities.
Our latest via @nejm.org
Emergency Medicaid at Risk - Preserving State Authority and Access to Care
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
🧵1/6
Reposted by Joshua Budhu
For decades, the narrowly defined Emergency Medicaid (EM) program has reimbursed hospitals for emergency care provided to uninsured, low-income immigrants.
In @nejm.org, we write in defense of state flexibilities in EM, which seem at risk: www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
cc @chpc-cornell.bsky.social
In @nejm.org, we write in defense of state flexibilities in EM, which seem at risk: www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
cc @chpc-cornell.bsky.social
Emergency Medicaid at Risk — Preserving State Authority and Access to Care | NEJM
States that use federal dollars to provide health care to unauthorized immigrants,
beyond narrowly defined emergency services, will now face enforcement actions and
potential recoupment of funds.
www.nejm.org
October 6, 2025 at 2:32 PM
For decades, the narrowly defined Emergency Medicaid (EM) program has reimbursed hospitals for emergency care provided to uninsured, low-income immigrants.
In @nejm.org, we write in defense of state flexibilities in EM, which seem at risk: www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
cc @chpc-cornell.bsky.social
In @nejm.org, we write in defense of state flexibilities in EM, which seem at risk: www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
cc @chpc-cornell.bsky.social
Reposted by Joshua Budhu
Our new NEJM commentary argues on the need to preserve state autonomy for Emergency Medicaid, and the critical role EM plays in supporting undocumented immigrants and safety net hospitals
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
Emergency Medicaid at Risk — Preserving State Authority and Access to Care | NEJM
States that use federal dollars to provide health care to unauthorized immigrants,
beyond narrowly defined emergency services, will now face enforcement actions and
potential recoupment of funds.
www.nejm.org
October 4, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Our new NEJM commentary argues on the need to preserve state autonomy for Emergency Medicaid, and the critical role EM plays in supporting undocumented immigrants and safety net hospitals
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
Reposted by Joshua Budhu
Honored to share that I am a American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA) Inspire Award Recipient!
Congratulations to this incredible group of physicians!
www.amwa-doc.org/news/announc...
Congratulations to this incredible group of physicians!
www.amwa-doc.org/news/announc...
September 16, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Honored to share that I am a American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA) Inspire Award Recipient!
Congratulations to this incredible group of physicians!
www.amwa-doc.org/news/announc...
Congratulations to this incredible group of physicians!
www.amwa-doc.org/news/announc...
Reposted by Joshua Budhu
Disparities in neurology are not random. They stem from upstream determinants (classism, poverty, environment) & downstream barriers (access, treatment gaps).
Our @natrevneurol.nature.com review maps these drivers & highlights interventions to advance equity.
rdcu.be/eFqGX
Our @natrevneurol.nature.com review maps these drivers & highlights interventions to advance equity.
rdcu.be/eFqGX
Health disparities in neurology
Nature Reviews Neurology - This Review considers the aetiology of health disparities in neurology at an individual, interpersonal, community and societal level, and suggests practical interventions...
rdcu.be
September 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Disparities in neurology are not random. They stem from upstream determinants (classism, poverty, environment) & downstream barriers (access, treatment gaps).
Our @natrevneurol.nature.com review maps these drivers & highlights interventions to advance equity.
rdcu.be/eFqGX
Our @natrevneurol.nature.com review maps these drivers & highlights interventions to advance equity.
rdcu.be/eFqGX
Disparities in neurology are not random. They stem from upstream determinants (classism, poverty, environment) & downstream barriers (access, treatment gaps).
Our @natrevneurol.nature.com review maps these drivers & highlights interventions to advance equity.
rdcu.be/eFqGX
Our @natrevneurol.nature.com review maps these drivers & highlights interventions to advance equity.
rdcu.be/eFqGX
Health disparities in neurology
Nature Reviews Neurology - This Review considers the aetiology of health disparities in neurology at an individual, interpersonal, community and societal level, and suggests practical interventions...
rdcu.be
September 10, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Disparities in neurology are not random. They stem from upstream determinants (classism, poverty, environment) & downstream barriers (access, treatment gaps).
Our @natrevneurol.nature.com review maps these drivers & highlights interventions to advance equity.
rdcu.be/eFqGX
Our @natrevneurol.nature.com review maps these drivers & highlights interventions to advance equity.
rdcu.be/eFqGX
Nearly 1 in 3 neurologists in the US trained abroad. Immigrant neurologists fill critical gaps in underserved communities but face visa barriers & uncertainty. Supporting them is essential for equitable neurologic care. My latest in @greenjournal.bsky.social
www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
From Many Nations, One Mission—The Importance of Immigrant Neurologists in US Health Care | Neurology
www.neurology.org
September 9, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Nearly 1 in 3 neurologists in the US trained abroad. Immigrant neurologists fill critical gaps in underserved communities but face visa barriers & uncertainty. Supporting them is essential for equitable neurologic care. My latest in @greenjournal.bsky.social
www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
Reposted by Joshua Budhu
Immigrant neurologists face uncertainty about visas, careers, and families. They care for some of our most vulnerable patients. Supporting them is both a moral obligation and essential to the future of our field. My viewpoint in @greenjournal.bsky.social
www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
From Many Nations, One Mission—The Importance of Immigrant Neurologists in US Health Care | Neurology
www.neurology.org
August 31, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Immigrant neurologists face uncertainty about visas, careers, and families. They care for some of our most vulnerable patients. Supporting them is both a moral obligation and essential to the future of our field. My viewpoint in @greenjournal.bsky.social
www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
Immigrant neurologists face uncertainty about visas, careers, and families. They care for some of our most vulnerable patients. Supporting them is both a moral obligation and essential to the future of our field. My viewpoint in @greenjournal.bsky.social
www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
From Many Nations, One Mission—The Importance of Immigrant Neurologists in US Health Care | Neurology
www.neurology.org
August 31, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Immigrant neurologists face uncertainty about visas, careers, and families. They care for some of our most vulnerable patients. Supporting them is both a moral obligation and essential to the future of our field. My viewpoint in @greenjournal.bsky.social
www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
www.neurology.org/doi/10.1212/...
Reposted by Joshua Budhu
Father’s Day marked 17 years since my brother died—sedated, shackled, and alone in a hospital bed.
His death wasn’t inevitable. It was systemic.
I share his story, and what it taught me about health, justice, and memory.
Thank you @nejm.org
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
His death wasn’t inevitable. It was systemic.
I share his story, and what it taught me about health, justice, and memory.
Thank you @nejm.org
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
My Brother’s Keeper | NEJM
Intubated, chemically sedated, and immobilized, Ravi developed a massive pulmonary
embolism and died handcuffed to a hospital bed. He’d been caught in a system that
worked against him at every turn.
www.nejm.org
June 21, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Father’s Day marked 17 years since my brother died—sedated, shackled, and alone in a hospital bed.
His death wasn’t inevitable. It was systemic.
I share his story, and what it taught me about health, justice, and memory.
Thank you @nejm.org
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
His death wasn’t inevitable. It was systemic.
I share his story, and what it taught me about health, justice, and memory.
Thank you @nejm.org
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
Father’s Day marked 17 years since my brother died—sedated, shackled, and alone in a hospital bed.
His death wasn’t inevitable. It was systemic.
I share his story, and what it taught me about health, justice, and memory.
Thank you @nejm.org
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
His death wasn’t inevitable. It was systemic.
I share his story, and what it taught me about health, justice, and memory.
Thank you @nejm.org
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
My Brother’s Keeper | NEJM
Intubated, chemically sedated, and immobilized, Ravi developed a massive pulmonary
embolism and died handcuffed to a hospital bed. He’d been caught in a system that
worked against him at every turn.
www.nejm.org
June 21, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Father’s Day marked 17 years since my brother died—sedated, shackled, and alone in a hospital bed.
His death wasn’t inevitable. It was systemic.
I share his story, and what it taught me about health, justice, and memory.
Thank you @nejm.org
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
His death wasn’t inevitable. It was systemic.
I share his story, and what it taught me about health, justice, and memory.
Thank you @nejm.org
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
A bit late in sharing, but proud of this piece published in
@pedneurojournal.bsky.social. As DEI efforts face backlash, we argue why neurologists must stay committed to equity for the health of our profession and our patients.
www.pedneur.com/article/S088...
@dianacejasmd.bsky.social
@pedneurojournal.bsky.social. As DEI efforts face backlash, we argue why neurologists must stay committed to equity for the health of our profession and our patients.
www.pedneur.com/article/S088...
@dianacejasmd.bsky.social
Renewing the Commitment to Diversity in Neurology: Resisting the Backlash
The COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately affected underprivileged and marginalized
groups in the United States.1 Although while this disparate impact was unsurprising
to health disparities researchers...
www.pedneur.com
June 18, 2025 at 5:36 PM
A bit late in sharing, but proud of this piece published in
@pedneurojournal.bsky.social. As DEI efforts face backlash, we argue why neurologists must stay committed to equity for the health of our profession and our patients.
www.pedneur.com/article/S088...
@dianacejasmd.bsky.social
@pedneurojournal.bsky.social. As DEI efforts face backlash, we argue why neurologists must stay committed to equity for the health of our profession and our patients.
www.pedneur.com/article/S088...
@dianacejasmd.bsky.social
Reposted by Joshua Budhu
Response Assessment in Neuro-Oncology (RANO) 2009-2025: Broad Scope and Implementation - A Progress Report.
academic.oup.com/neuro-oncolo...
academic.oup.com/neuro-oncolo...
Response Assessment in Neuro-Oncology (RANO) 2009-2025: Broad Scope and Implementation - A Progress Report
Abstract. Since its first activities in 2008 and 2009, the Response Assessment in NeuroOncology (RANO) group has given guidance on response assessment, tri
academic.oup.com
May 3, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Response Assessment in Neuro-Oncology (RANO) 2009-2025: Broad Scope and Implementation - A Progress Report.
academic.oup.com/neuro-oncolo...
academic.oup.com/neuro-oncolo...
So excited to see this come out! In this article, we go over how drugs are approved, financial toxicity and the impact on our patients, and the financial implications of vorasidenib
Financial challenges of being on long-term, high-cost medications
academic.oup.com/nop/advance-...
Financial challenges of being on long-term, high-cost medications
academic.oup.com/nop/advance-...
Financial challenges of being on long-term, high-cost medications
Abstract. The isocitrate dehydrogenase (IDH) inhibitor, vorasidenib, may offer a promising new treatment option for patients with IDH-mutant gliomas. Howev
academic.oup.com
December 10, 2024 at 1:15 AM
So excited to see this come out! In this article, we go over how drugs are approved, financial toxicity and the impact on our patients, and the financial implications of vorasidenib
Financial challenges of being on long-term, high-cost medications
academic.oup.com/nop/advance-...
Financial challenges of being on long-term, high-cost medications
academic.oup.com/nop/advance-...
Had such an amazing time at #SNO2024 @neuroonc.bsky.social
Wonderful to see updates in CNS tumor treatment, quality of life interventions, and colleagues from around the world!
Wonderful to see updates in CNS tumor treatment, quality of life interventions, and colleagues from around the world!
November 27, 2024 at 12:41 PM
Had such an amazing time at #SNO2024 @neuroonc.bsky.social
Wonderful to see updates in CNS tumor treatment, quality of life interventions, and colleagues from around the world!
Wonderful to see updates in CNS tumor treatment, quality of life interventions, and colleagues from around the world!